ColorplanBenjamin Moore Antique Rose (2173-40) is a deep pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 33. For trim, try Cream Puff (2174-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Pink |
| LRV | 32.9 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C88D81 |
| RGB | 200, 141, 129 |
| HSL | 10°, 39%, 65% |
About Antique Rose
Antique Rose (2173-40) is a deep, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 33, Antique Rose absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Antique Rose's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. Next to Soft Cranberry (2094-40), it's warmer.
How Antique Rose changes with the light
Antique Rose has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Antique Rose's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Antique Rose will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Antique Rose can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Antique Rose will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Antique Rose in real homes
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Antique Rose equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Rose Tan (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.9
Also close: Ointment Pink (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.9
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 9.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Antique Rose questions
What undertone does Antique Rose have?
Antique Rose has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Antique Rose's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Antique Rose a light or dark color?
Antique Rose has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 32.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 33, Antique Rose absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Antique Rose in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 6.0); Farrow & Ball: Red Earth No.64 (closest available, ΔE 5.9); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 6.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Antique Rose?
Try Cream Puff (2174-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Antique Rose's undertone.
Where does Antique Rose work best?
Antique Rose works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 33, Antique Rose absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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